First Day of First Grade!

So, I know this is late.  I'm just not in the blogging mood lately.

This is Landon on his first day of First Grade!  I can't believe I have a first grader!!!  He is growing up so dang fast it just kills me.  He loves school so far and is so lucky that he's made friends so quickly here.  He walks to school every morning with our next door neighbor Tyler.  His teacher played for the Iowa Hawkeyes which he thinks is pretty cool too.  Notice he already has the jersey and had to wear it on the first day.

kiss-up! :)

Crocs

My kids live in their Crocs.  It's about the only thing on their feet all summer long.  They even where them to church sometimes.  I think Crocs are the best shoes for kids ever invented!  They can slip them on, they're super comfortable, they cover their toes, and you can wash them on those days when your kids trample all over in the mud.

Last night after I got the kids out of the shower I noticed some spots on Chase's feet.  At first glance I thought they were just still dirty, but quickly realized that they were tan spots from his Crocs!  He has perfect little circles from where the sun has tanned his feet through the little holes on the top of his shoes.  I guess we need to start putting sunscreen on the tops of his feet from now on, but so cute!

Happy 4th Birthday Chase!

My baby turned 4!  I can't believe Chase is 4.  He is such a fun, cute kid.  We absolutely love having Chase in our family.  He always has this look on his face that says trouble, but in a moment can turn it into the cutest smile and sweetest personality.  I have a cousin who commented on Chase at our family reunion this summer that I think describes him perfectly.  She said, "Chase reminds me of a mime, he never talks, but I can always tell what he's thinking by the look on his face."  The kid has a the best facial expressions!  You can't get enough of him.

He loves his older brother and is always trying to keep up with him and always wants to be where he is.

He is a true "momma's boy" and I love it!  He's always cuddling with me and love's to have his back and face tickled.  At the same time he has such a stubborn disposition about him.  This kid knows what he wants!  I have a hard time telling him "No" when he looks at me with that cute smile and I usually end up giving in to his demands.  

We were so blessed this year to have his Grandma Cindy and his Great Grandparents here to celebrate with us.  They drove from Illinois for the weekend to see us and celebrate Chase's birthday.  It was such a treat and we were so glad to see them!

Happy Birthday Chaser!